Esprit des Trois Pierres Costières de Nîmes

Lavender-scented, plummy, spicy Rhône classic

This charming Rhône red is from Domaine des Trois Pierres, meaning ‘Estate of the Three Stones’, where vines are planted on limestone and river pebbles that add a mineral purity to the spiced hedgerow fruit flavours.

Tasting notes

Domaine des Trois Pierres, meaning ‘Estate of the Three Stones’, is situated in the village of Jonquières Saint-Vincent in the Gard where the vines are planted on limestone and river pebbles. Pepper spice mingles with red fruit flavours in this charming red that’s great with grilled lamb marinated in fresh herbs.

Expert reviews

"If you want an authentic taste of the Rhone, then this is it."

Andy Evans · Waitrose Wine Specialist

Perfect food match

Rack of lamb with herb crust

The combination of rosemary, mint and parsley brings an uplifting fresh taste to a beautifully cooked piece of lamb. The subtle spice notes in the wine are bought to the forefront of the palate by the hints of coriander in the crust. The meaty texture of the lamb matches perfectly with the ripe fruit notes of the wine, which are layered with fragrant violet tones.

Serve with garlic Boulangère potatoes, which is a lighter alternative to potatoes Dauphinoise.